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Govt orders 5-year crayfishing ban on North Island’s upper east coast
The ban will run from April 1, 2026 for five years or until stocks recover.
Auckland man convicted over red paint attacks on MPs’ electorate offices
The paint “bombs” targeted sites including Christopher Luxon’s electorate office.
Truck driver Robert Clifford jailed for Blenheim crash which killed RSE worker Kaiea Taubakoa
‘He was doing something he never should have been doing, and a man died.’
Paul Goldsmith unlawfully appointed Human Rights Commissioner and Race Relations Commissioner
Both commissioners will stay in their roles while Goldsmith considers an appeal.
Jevon McSkimming scandal: Why disgraced ex-cop was able to slip outside court backdoor
Jevon McSkimming was allowed to avoid media exposure while leaving the court.
NZ crime in 2025: Gangs, drugs, and a Minister for Mafias? – The Front Page
Advisers want a dedicated ‘Minister of Mafias’ to lead the gang crackdown.
Southland teacher aide Quade Strange’s prison sentence for child abuse material quashed
Quade Strange had expressed a desire to sexually abuse a young child.
Iwi forced into legal action over Treaty settlements to make Crown uphold commitments – report
A report has reviewed the Crown’s relations with post-settlement governance entities.
New Zealand’s busiest airport days and tips for flying this summer
Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane remain the most popular overseas destinations.